This is possibly the least active action figure I've ever seen--the Hush series, clearly made for display rather than play (not that there's anything wrong with that) tend this way, but poor Alfred really isn't very mobile. It's not a surprise, and not a great disappointment, although it does require a little warning speech for the nine-year-old not to try to bend him too much.
Alfred was actually a request from the kids, specifically the fourteen-year-old, who has been wanting a Jarvis for ages but will settle for an Alfred for now. Alfred is jointed at elbow and knee. The shoulder doesn't move out at all, just up and down, but this is usual for this series. Due to his awesome suit, he certainly can't sit, managing only a slight bow, but I don't suppose Alfred does a lot of sitting in any case. The wrists turn, which gives him some playability that would otherwise be lacking because he'll be able to carry a tray without dropping it.
He is an absolutely gorgeous figure. I've been very pleased with the appearance of all the Hush figures we've gotten--I really think these are some of the nicest things DC Direct has put out, at least in terms of looks. The suit is wonderful, and the joints actually look good, which is rare for an action figure who isn't wearing something skin-tight. The face is perfect.
Oh, and in case you're wondering why the kids wanted Alfred, it's because they don't always play superheroes with the superheroes. They also spend a lot of time hanging out at home, reading magazines, playing pool, sitting at the bar, or just relaxing. Having Alfred around will add all sorts of coolness to this sort of play.
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